The numbers say it all: Four stages, 160 km (100 mi.) total length through three different countries, 9800 meters (32,152 ft.) of uphill elevation change. Around
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OUTDOOR 2014: Less is more – go lightweight
As everyone travelling with a backpack and sleeping bag knows, the less weight you have to carry, the better. Minimum weight, but maximum robustness for four-season
Gripping Finale of the SALOMON ZUGSPITZ ULTRATRAIL 2014
The 4th SALOMON ZUGSPITZ ULTRATRAIL, an annual summer solstice trail-running race, has no doubt grown into its own. Attracting more than 2,000 racers from 46
EOCA Growth Continues: 3 New Members and Some Expert Advice
As interest in the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) continues to grow, the Association is delighted to welcome 3 new members and an additional Scientific Advisor
KARPOS – The Verdon Gorge: Going Back in Time
The green is intense and captivating this morning. The last fog is rising from that deep chasm, and the first morning light illuminates various planes of the enormous cliffs of the
4th SALOMON ZUGSPITZ ULTRATRAIL: More than 2000 participants and new records
Outstanding athletic performances, 2013 racers from 46 nations and Stephan Hugenschmidt (GER) as the crowd-pleasing overall winner of the 4th SALOMON ZUGSPITZ ULTRATRAIL.
La Sportiva opens its first flagship store in Arco!
The relationship that exists between the town of Arco and La Sportiva goes back a long way and has marked the history of climbing as we know it today. Back in 1987
SALOMON Zugspitz Ultratrail 2014: 20-22 June
End of June of each year trail racers from around the world make it a habit to convene at the base of the massive Zugspitze, Germany’s loftiest peak. The runners
La Sportiva Dedicates a Video to all the Trail Runners out There!
In ancient Japanese the word “Bushido” signified the path followed by Samurai warriors: honor, respect and devotion. This is the concept we had in mind when we created the trail running shoe Bushido.
Salewa with GORE-TEX Surround Technology
Salewa and GORE-TEX present the Sorround Technology for footwear with all-round breathability, applied to the new Salewa Escape GTX on sale from Summer 2014 within the casual collection.